Government Grants Bookkeeper

International Leadership of Texas; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

International Leadership of Texas in Richardson, TX seeks a qualified accounting professional to manage financial records for federal programs and oversee ledger accuracy. Responsibilities include preparing invoices, reconciling ledgers, and assisting with financial statements for grants.

The role requires strong communication, government accounting knowledge, and autonomous work, with familiarity in Skyward and database tools. This position supports federal programs and budget management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• College coursework in accounting preferred.
• TASBO coursework or certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain complete and systematic records of assigned financial transactions.
• Verify and record details of financial transactions in journals and ledgers; transfer summaries to general ledger.
• Prepare purchase requests, contract requests, and invoices related to Federal Programs and International Leadership of Texas requirements.
• Maintain balanced general ledger, budget spreadsheets, and subsidiary accounts by reconciling entries.
• Examine general ledger transactions for accuracy; correct as needed and inform supervisor of challenges.
• Assist with preparation of financial statements, income statements, and cost reports for federal programs grants.
• Collaborate with department federal programs grants users to account for activity.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and documents as required.
• Other duties as assigned by the Senior Executive Director of Federal Programs.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Bookkeeping principles

Governmental accounting

Skyward Financial Module

Database development

Spreadsheet proficiency

10-key entry

Numerical accuracy

Strong work ethic

Education

High school diploma or GED

College accounting coursework

TASBO coursework/certification

Tools

Skyward Financial Module

Database management

Job description

International Leadership of Texas in Richardson, TX seeks a qualified accounting professional to manage financial records for federal programs and oversee ledger accuracy. Responsibilities include preparing invoices, reconciling ledgers, and assisting with financial statements for grants.

The role requires strong communication, government accounting knowledge, and autonomous work, with familiarity in Skyward and database tools. This position supports federal programs and budget management.